As more Americans adopt AI tools, fewer say they can trust the results

A recent survey of nearly 1,400 Americans reveals a growing paradox: while AI adoption is increasing— with more people using AI tools for research, writing, work, and data analysis—trust in AI remains low. About 76% of respondents said they trust AI only rarely or sometimes, despite 73% having used AI tools at least once, up from 67% the previous year. This contradiction highlights widespread hesitation, with many Americans adopting AI out of necessity rather than confidence in its reliability. The survey also found that excitement about AI is minimal, with only 6% “very excited” and 62% expressing little to no excitement, while 80% are concerned about AI’s impact, particularly Millennials, Baby Boomers, and Gen Z. Concerns extend beyond trust to the broader societal effects of AI. A majority (55%) believe AI will do more harm than good in daily life, and 70% think AI advancements will reduce job opportunities, a view that has intensified